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Yakima, Washington

The "Palm Springs of Washington," Yakima enjoys over 300 days of sunshine and sits at the heart of one of the most productive agricultural regions in the world. The Yakima Valley produces 77% of America's hops for beer, along with vast quantities of apples, cherries, and wine grapes from over 120 wineries.
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Founded 1884 | Population 96,000 | Peak 96,000 (2024) | County Yakima County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Yakima, Washington

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1884 Incorporated: Yakima was incorporated, growing rapidly after the Northern Pacific Railroad arrived.
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1886 City Moves: The entire town moved four miles north to meet the Northern Pacific Railroad's chosen route — residents literally moved their buildings.
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1933 Irrigation Boom: Federal irrigation projects transformed the arid valley into one of the most productive agricultural regions in America.
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1980 Mount St. Helens Ash: The eruption of Mount St. Helens deposited volcanic ash across Yakima, darkening skies and disrupting life.
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2010 Wine Country Growth: The Yakima Valley AVA grew to over 120 wineries, establishing the region as a premier Washington wine destination.
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Latest News in Yakima

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Complete Historical Timeline

1884 Government
Incorporated
1886 Culture
City Moves
1933 Industry
Irrigation Boom
1980 Disaster
Mount St. Helens Ash
2010 Culture
Wine Country Growth

Did You Know?

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Yakima Valley produces about 75% of the hops grown in the United States.
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The Yakima Valley AVA is one of Washington's premier wine regions.
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Named for the Yakama Nation, whose reservation is nearby.
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Yakima is located in Yakima County, Washington.
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Yakima was founded in 1884.

Famous People from Yakima, Washington

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Robert Lucas
Economist · Born Sep 15, 1937 · Died May 15, 2023 (age 85)
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Kyle MacLachlan
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Jim Rohn
Writer, Entrepreneur · Born Sep 17, 1930 · Died Dec 5, 2009 (age 79)
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Phil Mahre
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Sam Kinison
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